DAFMAN11-401_AFMCSUP_96TWSUP — Aviation Management

DAFMAN11-401_AFMCSUP_96TWSUP governs flight authorization policies for 96 TW assigned units and aircrew.

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  • Publication number: DAFMAN11-401_AFMCSUP_96TWSUP
  • Title: AVIATION MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2024-04-19

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The publication covers orientation flight approvals, pre-approved orientation flights, spouse orientation flights, taxi rides, and contractor requests. It requires flight requests and approvals to be submitted or tracked through the 96 OG/OGV SharePoint and establishes related approval, briefing, scheduling, and safety requirements.

Applies to: this supplement applies to all units which fall under 96 TW Flight Operations Authority per DAFMAN 11- 401 AFMC Sup Table A8.1.

Topics covered

  • Flight authorization policies
  • Orientation flight approvals
  • Spouse orientation flights
  • 96 TW Spouse Taxi Ride Program
  • Pre-approved orientation flights
  • Contractor aircrew and MEP requests
  • Flight request tracking

Questions and answers

What does DAFMAN11-401_AFMCSUP_96TWSUP require for flight requests approved by the Wing/CC or below?

All flight requests approved by the Wing/CC or below will be tracked via the 96 OG/OGV SharePoint.

How are orientation flight requests requiring AFMC/A3 approval submitted?

Orientation flight requests that require AFMC/A3 approval will be submitted to OG/OGV on an AFMC Form 73.

When is a 96 TW 401 not required for a UH-1 mission?

The UH-1 mission includes range tours and therefore a 96 TW 401 is not required.

What restriction applies to UH-1 spouse orientation flights?

UH-1 spouse orientation flights will not fly over water beyond auto rotational gliding distance from land.

What briefing must spouses receive for the 96 TW Spouse Taxi Ride Program?

Spouses will receive a complete briefing on cockpit layout, emergency equipment, and emergency ground egress.

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